Factory original markings throughout the engine compartment, drivetrain, trunk and spare

The Mach 1 was top-of-the-line Ford performance for 1973, which marked the final year of the first-generation Mustang. And for all anyone knew at the time, the 1973 Mustang was possibly the last of the V-8 Mustang muscle cars, as Ford was prepared to introduce the 1974 Mustang II with standard 4-cylinder and optional 6-cylinder power. This long, low and sleek 1973 Mach 1 is a two-owner car with only 22,400 miles showing on the odometer. It showcases factory preservation with original components, including the 351 Cleveland/automatic drivetrain, gold paint and interior, Goodyear Polyglas tires, and trunk with factory spare tire. The Mach 1 retains its factory markings and decals for the engine compartment, drivetrain, trunk and spare, and comes with documentation including the original build sheet, window sticker, sales contract and consumer information. Factory-supplied options include the desirable forged-aluminum mag-style wheels, two-tone hood with twist-style locks, and the Instrumentation Group with tachometer and triple center-pod gauges for oil pressure, ammeter and water temperature. For 1973, the Mach 1 was based on the Mustang’s updated front end and tail lights as part of a mild update while continuing the Mach tradition as a SportsRoof only. The standard Mach 1 package featured a NASA duct hood, dual color-keyed racing mirrors, honeycomb grille, new mid-body side stripes, blackout grille and rear panel, and competition suspension. The 351-powered 1973 Mach 1 was the last vestige of Mustang performance; more than two decades would pass before Ford offered another 351 as part of the 1995 Cobra R package. In the 10 years following 1973, the Mustang and other American performance cars would be emasculated by emissions and safety regulations. Here’s a chance to acquire a low-mileage, well-preserved example of Mach 1 history.

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